Satkosia Wildlife Sanctuary

Satkosia Wildlife Sanctuary

Located in the south- western part of Anugul district (60km from Anugul; 110km from Dhenkanal; 190 km from Bhubaneswar) of Odisha. The sanctuary is covering an area of 795 sq km which is covering four districts such as Anugul, cuttack, Nayagarh and Baud.

The Satkosia Gorge is a unique feature in geomorphology of India. Here Mahanadi has cut right across the Eastern Ghats and has formed a magnificent gorge(22km) with sylvan beauty and excellent features.

Best time to visit: Oct. to April (during summer season chances of sighting is more) ; entry gate point ( Pampasara) open from morning 7am to 4pm for day visitor and up to 5 pm those who accommodate at the resort/ camp of the sanctuary.

Closing of the sanctuary: July-Aug.- Sept. ( During Monsoon)

Booking of safari: by your own vehicles

But entry permits for the sanctuary directly in the pampasara entrance gate

There are eco cottage and tent in the buffer area of this Wildlife Sanctuary , in Chhotkei, Tikarpara and Puruna Katak area, there are limited accommodation to avoid the rush please book in advance

Suggested tour Itinerary:

Tour code: 123/WLSS

Duration of Tour: 2 Night /3 Days

Day1-Bhubaneswar-Satkosia Wildlife Sanctuary( 4hr drive+ visit)

Upon arrival of Satkosia Wildlife Sanctuary check in a clean and comfort eco resort / tent and after fresh up afternoon Rumble around the sanctuary by vehicle and meet the wild animal on nature.

Day2- Early stand up for nature walk in the park ( with our naturalist) to meet the wild animal and watch the birds on nature. boat ride at Tikarpada in the river Mahanadi and enjoy the panoramic view of nature.. Afternoon visit the salt lake place watch quietly on watch tower at Baghamunda or kandha eda area where more chance to sighting wild elephant on nature(90% chances to sighting wild elephant on nature). Enjoy the folk song during dinner at resort or eco tent.

Day3- Satkosia Wildlife Sanctuary-Departure

Morning after breakfast departure for your onwards destination.

Caution: Try to obey the jungle rule accordingly in order. Respect the nature and enjoy the nature.